2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | Palio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |